ORIF of the Patella

Indications

Preoperative Planning

Material to be reviewed and conditions to be addressed before surgery. Include any exams preformed under anesthesia

Positioning

Describe and provide OR photos to illustrate positioning

Approach

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Techniques

Step by step description to illustrate surgical technique

Pearls and Pitfalls

Tips and problems to avoid

Postoperative Care

Include immediate postoperative care and rehabilitation

Outcome

Include functional and prosthetic survivorship data as applicable

Complications

Include overview of complications

References

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Peer Review

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